Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Mackie Releasees Master Fader 3.1 for DL806, DL1608 and DL32R and DL DANTE Now Shipping



Master Fader 3.1 adds the following New Features and Enhancements:

  • DL Dante Expansion Card Support
  • Mute Groups masters are now actionable of Red (Finally!)
  • The current parameter readout now shows information when making changes to the IP patch view
  • Removed decimal from current parameter readout for Pan and Balance
  • All Radio Buttons now activate on release instead of press
Plus there are around 30 Bug Fixes!

Also, the DL DANTE is shipping for $499!  Now you can stream and record up to 64 streams of audio over a LAN.


Questions or if you want to place an order:
Call ZinZen Audio at (503) 941-0907 or Email Us



*Mackie My Fader is not out yet, so if you need it, do not update to V3.

The new GUI is simply stunning.  The DL806 and DL1608 now has 4 subgroups and 4 VCA's!
The DL32R has 6 subgroups and 6 VCA groups at launch.
Now you can subgroup the drums, vocals and horns an apply some dynamics including PEQ and compression on your subgroups!   There are a ton of improvements here.  Mackie has not updated their quick start guide:
Master Fader v3.0 Release Notes (1.4 MB) pdf

Master Fader 3.0 consolidates all three interfaces into one application that you can use offline:



Similar to the Behringer-Air , Mackie has added an Overview so you can see all of your color coded inputs and output fader settings along with VU metering:

The entire DL series now has digital trim control, not just the DL32R

There is now a recording matrix that is quite thorough with Pre or Post DSP input recording, subgroups, aux sends, FX sends, Pre or Post fader master bus, etc.  You only get two track recording on the DL806 or DL1608.  There even is Dante option for the DL32R.



Here is Mackie's full description of the Master Fader 3.0 Update:

Description

The Mackie Master Fader™ app provides complete wireless control over your Mackie DL32R, DL1608 or DL806 wireless digital mixer. Proven at more than 2 million live mixes worldwide, the incredible intuitive Master Fader control app delivers fast control over powerful processing and a rich set of mixing tools for any professional application.

Mackie Master Fader v3.0 provides the perfect way to try out the functions of the DL32R, DL1608 or DL806 before you buy. For actual audio functionality, a Mackie DL mixer is required.

Features:

* Intuitive multi-touch control over every major mix function
* Grow and Glow™ clearly shows controls being adjusted
* Total recall of all mixer settings using snapshots and shows
* Overview delivers instant access to all inputs, outputs, groups and more
* Mixer view allows fast adjustment of channel controls including solo, mute, pan and level with full metering
* Channel view gives control over a choice of powerful DSP
-- Inputs: Choice of Vintage or Modern 4-band PEQ + HPF, gate and compression
-- Return Channels: 4-band PEQ and compression
-- Outputs: 4-band PEQ + HPF/LPF, 31-band GEQ, comp/limiter and alignment delay
-- Subgroups: 4-band PEQ and compression
-- FX: Wide choice of reverbs and delays with dedicated channels sends and returns to each output
* Recording/Playback view delivers wireless control over direct-to-disk multi-track recording/playback*
* VCAs and mute groups provide fast control over multiple channels at once
* 6 matrix busses for professional control of multiple mixes**
* Full I/O routing with A/B sources per channel**
* Fast navigation with view groups that provide customizable views
* Quick setup with tons of factory and user-definable presets
* Export presets, a complete system backup and more via Dropbox or email
* Access limiting prevents unwanted adjustments from other engineers/musicians
* Complete offline operation for simple pre-show setup
* Support for multiple iOS devices connected wirelessly so other engineers and musicians can control any aspect of the mix

** Only available on the Mackie DL32R

Requirements:

* Requires iOS 7.1 or greater. The original iPad is no longer supported.
* Wi-Fi router - For wireless control (required for DL32R), a Wi-Fi router is required. See the DL Series Reference Guide for complete information
* DL32R, DL1608 or DL806 Mixer - Master Fader does not mix audio on its own. It requires the DL Series mixer to fully function
* Wireless Compatibility - DL Series mixers are compatible with the iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad (4th generation), iPad (3rd generation), iPad 2, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 2 and iPad mini.
* Lightning Compatibility - Master Fader allows docked operation with the DL1608 or DL806 mixers with Lightning Connector with the iPad Air (using the optional iPad Air Tray Kit), iPad (4th generation), iPad mini 3, iPad mini 2 and iPad mini (using the optional iPad mini Tray Kit).
* 30-Pin Compatibility - Master Fader allows docked operation with the DL1608 or DL806 mixers with 30-Pin Connector with the iPad (3rd generation) and iPad 2.
* Master Fader v3.0 is compatible with Mackie My Fader v3.0 (available soon). It is not compatible with My Fader v2.0. Do not update to Master Fader 3.0 at this time, if you still need My Fader 2.0 control.

What's New in Version 3.0

**Master Fader v3.0 is compatible with Mackie My Fader v3.0 (available soon). It is not compatible with My Fader v2. Do not update to Master Fader 3.0 at this time, if you still need My Fader 2.0 control.**

Master Fader v3.0 adds support for the new Mackie DL32R. It also adds a ton of powerful new features for DL1608 and DL806 users.

After updating the app, the mixer firmware will also need to be updated. This will happen when you next connect Master Fader to your DL Series mixer. Please ensure you have enough time for both before your next gig.

DL1608/DL806 New Features:

* Upgraded user interface for faster workflow
-- More information available at a glance for faster navigation
-- New navigation bar with instant access to overview, mixer and channel view
-- Improved current parameter display that reads more clearly and includes channel color
-- Better access to secondary views
-- Updated channel strips provides more channel information at a glance
* Added Overview showing all input and output channels at once for fast, simple navigation
* Added 4 subgroups with stereo linking and dedicated processing on each subgroup.
* Added 4 VCAs for professional control over groups of channels
* Added digital trim on each input, providing additional input gain control when working wirelessly
* Added Routing view providing complete channel routing in one place for inputs, groups and outputs
* Added Custom Channel colors and Mix colors for visually differentiated channels, groups and outputs
* Updated Selector area adds mute group and view group controls along with a new Masters selector. Together, these 4 selectors control what inputs and outputs are visible.
* Updated Shows view allows user to add a comment to each show. Added created/modified dates to each show for improved organization.
* Added flexible Record Output patching with record levels.
* Added digital Level and Delay control for headphone output
* Updated Preset workflow with new location right at the channel
* Added ability to export presets, shows and backups via Dropbox or email
* Added ability to import presets, shows and backups from 3rd party apps supporting Open In...